A reliable, clean STF (Swedish Tourist Association) hostel near the Fridhemsplan metro station on Kungsholmen, offering dormitory beds and private rooms with the quality standards of Sweden's national hostel network.
STF Stockholm/Fridhemsplan Hostel is managed by STF (Svenska Turistföreningen, the Swedish Tourist Association), Sweden's national hospitality organisation with a history stretching back to 1885. The hostel occupies a building on Sankt Eriksgatan on Kungsholmen, the island west of Norrmalm that is home to Stockholm's City Hall and a largely residential population. Fridhemsplan metro station on the green line is approximately five minutes on foot, and from there T-Centralen is two stops away, connecting guests to the full city network.
The hostel follows STF's standards for cleanliness, safety and service, which are more consistently applied than those of many independent properties. Room types include mixed and single-gender dormitories of varying sizes, along with private rooms for two to four guests, all with access to shared bathrooms. A well-equipped communal kitchen reduces reliance on restaurants, and a common room provides a functional relaxation space.
Kungsholmen is a predominantly residential district with fewer tourist crowds than Norrmalm or Gamla Stan, giving the hostel a quieter character. The Rålambshovsparken park stretching along the island's southern shore is ideal for running, picnics and summer swimming. Norr Mälarstrand, a scenic walking and cycling promenade along the water, is minutes from the hostel door.
Stockholm City Hall — the venue for the annual Nobel Prize banquet — is a 15-minute walk along the waterfront. Central Station is accessible by metro in under ten minutes. The hostel suits travellers who want reliable, clean accommodation at predictable pricing without the social buzz of larger hostel brands.
Amenities
- wifi
- common room
- self-catering kitchen
- lockers
Location
Sankt Eriksgatan 20, 112 39 Stockholm
59.3320, 18.0340 View on map
Highlights
- Managed by STF, Sweden's national tourist association — consistent standards of cleanliness and safety across all dormitory and private rooms
- Quiet Kungsholmen location with Rålambshovsparken park and Norr Mälarstrand waterfront promenade on the doorstep
- Fridhemsplan metro on the green line is five minutes away with direct connections to T-Centralen and the whole city network
Tips for visiting
- Rålambshovsparken open-air theatre hosts free summer events in July and early August — check the city's programme before your stay
- Norr Mälarstrand is one of Stockholm's best urban cycling routes; city bike hire is available at stations within walking distance of the hostel
- Kungsholmen is quieter than the tourist centre, so carry a transport card for the metro rather than planning to walk everywhere
Accessibility
The building has a lift; contact STF in advance for specific accessibility requirements.